Blogs

Natasha Tiemstra

Y Story: Natasha Tiemstra

To say board member Natasha Tiemstra is values-driven is an understatement when considering her remarkable career in the non-profit sector.  She is the current Chief Operating Officer of Ronald McDonald House in Calgary, a position she accepted following her tenure as Executive Director of the Alberta Children’s Hospital. 
Kurt Robertson, YMCA Calgary Esports Supervisor, smiling while holding a gaming controller

The Benefits of Esports Beyond Gaming

At the YMCA Calgary, community is more than a word: it is a shared experience, a place of belonging, and for many, the beginning of a lifelong journey. For Kurt, our Esports Supervisor, community extends beyond the physical space of the YMCA, and into the digital world of gaming.
Amelia, Marcela and David pose with a member of the DDRC with their awards and nominations.

Celebrating Inclusion at the DDRC Awards Dinner

David Richardson, Health & Fitness Supervisor at Remington YMCA in Quarry Park, recently had the honour of attending the
Orange Shirt Day 2024

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation 2024

The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, often referred to as Orange Shirt Day, takes place on September 30.
Blake TD headshot Y Story graphic

Y Story: Blake Heynen & TD Bank Group

Meet Blake Heynen, committed YMCA Calgary donor. As the Manager of Community Engagement for the Prairies and Northern Ontario at TD Bank Group, Blake is dedicated to giving back to the community. Working with local non-profits and charities fuels his passion because “it helps support and build a more inclusive world for all.
Andy Melton

Celebrating Andy Melton’s Commitment to Community

On September 25, 2024, Calgary business leader, philanthropist, volunteer, and friend of YMCA Calgary, Andy Melton was honoured with the prestigious YMCA Fellowship of Honour medal, recognizing more than three decades of unwavering service to YMCA Calgary.